Alopa Networks and ARRIS Announce Limited-Time Free OSS Software Replacement.Business Editors/High-Tech Writers SUNNYVALE, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Sept. 4, 2003 Without Capital Expenditures, Cable Operators Can "Future Proof" Their OSS Oss (ôs), city (1994 pop. 62,141), North Brabant prov., S Netherlands; chartered 1399. It is a significant industrial center. Manufactures include meat products, chemicals, pharmaceuticals, electrical equipment, and metalware. Software Platform Alopa Networks, a recognized leader in Operations Support Systems Operations Support Systems (also called Operational Support Systems or OSS) are computer systems used by telecommunications service providers. The term OSS most frequently describes "network systems" dealing with the telecom network itself, supporting processes such (OSS) software for broadband service providers, and ARRIS ar·ris n. pl. arris or ar·ris·es The sharp edge or ridge formed by two surfaces meeting at an angle, as in a molding. [Alteration of Old French areste, fishbone, spine , a premier provider of complete DOCSIS (Data Over Cable Service Interface Specification) A cable modem standard from the CableLabs research consortium (www.cablelabs.com), which provides equipment certification for interoperability. (R) solutions for telephony and high-speed data, today announced a free replacement offer for cable operators nationwide. Operators using any competitor's workflow and provisioning solutions can have their current platforms replaced with Alopa MetaServ(TM) for free between now and the end of the year. With competition to cable increasing, Alopa's OSS software gives cable operators a clear roadmap to a rich array of new PacketCable(TM) applications and features including Voice over IP (VoIP), interactive gaming and multimedia conferencing See videoconferencing and data conferencing. , future proofing their deployment of these new IP services. "Industry leaders foresee and then seize opportunities," said Tom Engdahl, president and CEO (1) (Chief Executive Officer) The highest individual in command of an organization. Typically the president of the company, the CEO reports to the Chairman of the Board. of Alopa Networks. "We are willing to prove that our technology surpasses all others through this aggressive, special offer. We are the premier supplier when it comes to delivering OSS software, including subscriber management, workflow, service provisioning and assurance for high-speed data, Voice over IP and PacketCable(TM) services. We can deliver the right technology and the right support, right now." "ARRIS wholeheartedly whole·heart·ed adj. Marked by unconditional commitment, unstinting devotion, or unreserved enthusiasm: wholehearted approval. whole endorses Alopa's strategic offer," said Jim Lakin, president of ARRIS Broadband. "Together, we have already demonstrated our ability to seamlessly and rapidly transition the Alopa MetaServ platform across multiple MSOs through our integration services and the capabilities of our world-class interoperability and integration labs. Furthermore, this offer augments our previously-announced CMTS (Cable Modem Termination System) A computerized device that enables cable modems to send and receive packets over the Internet. It inserts IP packets from the Internet into MPEG frames and transmits them to the cable modems via an RF signal. trade-in programs and industry-leading cable modem cable modem Modem used to convert analog data signals to digital form and vise versa, for transmission or receipt over cable television lines, especially for connecting to the Internet. price points." This special upgrade offer extends to all cable operators, of any size, nationwide. ARRIS and Alopa will replace an MSO's provisioning and workflow software for existing high-speed data subscribers with the Alopa MetaServ(TM) software at no charge, upon signing the standard Alopa and ARRIS licensing agreements. Additionally, the transition will be supported by free Web-based or in-house training at Alopa's Sunnyvale, Calif., headquarters to ensure a seamless experience for both MSOs and their cable subscribers. This special, limited-time offer applies to existing high-speed data licenses only. It does not include server hardware, professional services (job) professional services - A department of a supplier providing consultancy and programming manpower for the supplier's products. or new licensing and maintenance fees. Sean Badding, president and senior analyst of media research firm The Carmel Group, believes the OSS industry is in a dynamic state of flux Noun 1. state of flux - a state of uncertainty about what should be done (usually following some important event) preceding the establishment of a new direction of action; "the flux following the death of the emperor" flux and consolidation. "This is a bold move by Alopa and it raises the bar high for others in the industry to compete. With so many second- and third-tier players, the industry is primed for a real shake-out in the next six to nine months, and those who survive will need to have the ability to deliver future applications, such as Voice over IP -- right now." Alopa's Engdahl adds, "As a company, Alopa has several factors working in its favor that allow us to be this nimble and aggressive. We have the best technology right now and for the future. Alopa's products provide state-of-the-art software tools that streamline subscriber acquisition, slashing costs and ensuring customer satisfaction. And most importantly Adv. 1. most importantly - above and beyond all other consideration; "above all, you must be independent" above all, most especially , our management team, combined with our partnership with ARRIS, provides our customers with an end-to-end solution (jargon) end-to-end solution - (E2ES) A term that suggests that the supplier of an application program or system will provide all the hardware and/or software components and resouces to meet the customer's requirement and no other supplier need be involved. Compare: turn-key solution. that delivers a proven, scalable, technologically-superior OSS platform." For more information, contact Alopa Networks via its special offer email address See Internet address. , switch@alopa.com, or call 408-331-1768 before Dec. 31, 2003. About Alopa Networks Alopa Networks, Inc. is a recognized pioneer and leader in the design, development and deployment of infrastructure software solutions for broadband service providers (BSPs) for the activation and management of IP services. The company's award-winning Alopa MetaServ platform empowers BSPs to deliver on the promise of the Internet while lowering their operating and capital expenses. Alopa's IP infrastructure solutions help BSPs accelerate time to market for new services, while increasing subscriber acquisition. Through participation at CableLabs, tCOMLabs and other standards organizations, Alopa is leading the way in defining solutions for advanced services based on initiatives such as DOCSIS, PacketCable(TM) and CableHome(TM). Established in 1999, Alopa Networks is based in Sunnyvale, Calif., with research and development offices in Bangalore, India, and field and sales offices worldwide. For more information, contact Alopa Networks at 408-331-1750 or visit www.alopa.com. About ARRIS ARRIS provides broadband local access networks with innovative optical transport, high-speed data and telephony systems for the delivery of voice, video and data to the home and business. ARRIS complete solutions enhance the reliability and value of converged services from the network to the subscriber. Headquartered in Duluth, Ga., USA, ARRIS has design, engineering, manufacturing, distribution, service and sales office locations throughout the world. Information about ARRIS products and services can be found at www.arrisi.com. |
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